Name: Classic East Coast Lobster Roll Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs cooked lobster meat, chopped; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped; 1/4 cup green onions, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 hot dog buns; 4 tbsp butter, melted

Classic East Coast Lobster Roll Recipe

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This classic East Coast lobster roll recipe features succulent chunks of fresh lobster meat tossed in a light dressing and served on a buttery griddled bun. It's the perfect summertime dish that's sure to satisfy your seafood cravings.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs cooked lobster meat, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hot dog buns
4 tbsp butter, melted

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Brush the melted butter onto the hot dog buns and grill them until lightly toasted.
Fill each toasted bun with the lobster salad mixture.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Lobster rolls are a popular East Coast delicacy, particularly in states like Maine and Connecticut.

The traditional lobster roll is typically served cold with a mayo-based dressing, but variations may include warm lobster meat with a butter-based dressing.

The lobster roll is believed to have originated in the 1920s in Connecticut, but its popularity quickly spread along the East Coast.